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Trip from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL to Hollywood, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 49m

Distance

146.6 mi

236 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 39m ★
6 AM
2h 50m
8 AM
3h 11m
10 AM
2h 57m
12 PM
2h 55m
3 PM
2h 58m
5 PM
3h 10m
8 PM
2h 43m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 146.6-mile drive from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL to Hollywood, FL is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 49 minutes. You'll primarily be on major highways, with 94% of the route being high-speed interstate travel, so expect a direct and efficient journey. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $23, making it a budget-friendly option. This route offers a straightforward connection between two points within Florida, characterized by its highway-focused profile. Given the relatively short duration and the nature of the roads, it's a practical choice for a quick transit.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

73.3 miles from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 118.3 mi 2h 6m
Port Everglades Expressway 12.4 mi 14m
I 95 3.8 mi 4m
Doctor Martin Luther King Boulevard 2.2 mi 3m
Hancock Bridge Parkway 2.1 mi 3m
Dr Martin Luther King Boulevard 1.9 mi 3m
Hollywood Boulevard 1.1 mi 1m
Cleveland Avenue US 41 Caloosahatchee River Bridg 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 118.3 mi, about 2h 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL and Hollywood, FL.

1

Start on Lakeview Boulevard

0.4 mi · 1 min · Lakeview Boulevard
2

Turn right onto Orange Grove Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Orange Grove Boulevard
Use the right lane.
3

Turn right onto Hancock Bridge Parkway

2.1 mi · 3 min · Hancock Bridge Parkway
Use the right lane.
4

Turn right onto US 41

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Cleveland Avenue
Use the right lane.
5

Continue on US 41

0.9 mi · 1 min · Cleveland Avenue US 41 Caloosahatchee River Bridg
6

Turn slight right

510 ft · 18 sec
Toward FL 80, FL 82: Downtown Use the right lane.
7

Continue on First Street

0.1 mi · 14 sec · First Street
8

Turn right onto Monroe Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Monroe Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Turn left onto FL 82

0.6 mi · 1 min · Dr Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10

Continue on FL 82

1.0 mi · 1 min · Doctor Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11

Continue on FL 82

0.7 mi · 1 min · Dr Martin Luther King Boulevard
12

Continue on FL 82

1.2 mi · 1 min · Doctor Martin Luther King Boulevard
13

Continue on FL 82

0.6 mi · 56 sec · Dr Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Toward I 75 South: Naples
15

Merge onto I 75

118 mi · 2 hr 6 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595

12 mi · 14 min · Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19 Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 10B Toward I 95 South: Miami Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
19

Merge onto I 95

3.8 mi · 4 min · I 95
20

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Exit 20 Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
21

Turn left onto SR 820

0.6 mi · 1 min · Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
22

Continue on SR 820

391 ft · 5 sec · SR 820
23

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820

0.5 mi · 38 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
24

Arrive at destination

SR 820

Trip Plan

For this efficient 2-hour and 49-minute drive, leaving in the morning is recommended to avoid potential afternoon traffic congestion. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $23, planning is straightforward. The longest stretch of 118.3 miles on I-75 means you can cover a significant distance without needing to exit. Be aware that 94% of this route is highway, so ensure your vehicle is in good condition for sustained driving. Consider topping off your fuel tank before you depart Lochmoor Waterway Estates to maximize your time on the road.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.3 miles from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 32 miles or 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 73.3 miles or 1h 27m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL

This is one driving day of about 146.6 miles and 2h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 118.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Collier County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Naples, FL

73 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Bonita Springs, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Naples, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 73.3 miles from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 118.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 10.5

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 10.5

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 10.5

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 10.5

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargeSmart Charging Station

1.3 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Cape Coral, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8:30 pm

+18887174544

Visit website

SWTCH Charging Station

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 31.4

Bonita Springs, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18447982438

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 10.5

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Ingalls Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 146.6

Hallandale Beach, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19544571452

Visit website

Gulf Coast Town Center Play Ground

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 20.9

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

Wonder Gardens

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 31.4

Bonita Springs, Florida

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+12399922591

Visit website

Anne Kolb Nature Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 146.6

Hollywood, Florida

Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm

+19543575161

Visit website

Everglades Swamp Tours - Airboat Rides Fort Lauderdale

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 115.2

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13058490135

Visit website

Sun-N-Fun Lagoon

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 31.4

Naples, Florida

Hours: Closed

+12392524021

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Fort Lauderdale

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 136.1

Davie, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm

+19542804359

Visit website

Veterans Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 146.6

Aventura, Florida

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+13054668930

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 146 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | Orange Grove Boulevard

Turn right onto Orange Grove Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
9
127.9 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in | I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 19 Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...
7
140.3 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South: Miami

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 10B Toward I 95 South: Miami
7
145 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in

Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 20 Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
7
146 mi into trip | ~2h 48m in | SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.33 one way

$46.67 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $25.38 $50.77
premium $4.72 $27.26 $54.52
diesel $5.61 $32.37 $64.73

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 44 0 $15.39 $7.04
Efficient EV 36.7 0 $12.83 $5.86
EV Truck/SUV 58.6 0 $20.52 $9.38

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL

Morning in Lochmoor Waterway Estates on Sunday

Local time

6:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hollywood, FL

Morning in Hollywood on Sunday

Local time

6:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

77°F

Naples, FL

73 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 49m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive on this route. With 94% of the journey on interstates, you'll experience a consistent flow of traffic and high speeds for most of the 146.6 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 118.3 miles, primarily on I-75, allowing for long periods of steady driving. This profile suggests a fast-paced transit rather than a leisurely exploration, with the road primarily serving as a conduit between your origin and destination. You’ll transition onto Port Everglades Expressway and I-95 as you approach Hollywood, maintaining the highway character.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 118.3 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Orange Grove Boulevard.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 146.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Orange Grove Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 127.9 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL to Hollywood, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.

Fort Lauderdale

127.9 mi in | ~2h 26m | via I 595

About the Cities

Arriving in Hollywood, FL

Full guide →

Hollywood is a city in Florida, located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. With a population of 153,000 people (2022), Hollywood is a relatively small city that retains an old, laid-back, Florida feel to it compared to the larger cities in the area.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 49m. Total distance: 146.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 118.3 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hollywood, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Orange Grove Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 127.9 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hollywood, FL before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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